Maine § 455. - Uses of the trust fund
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 455. — Uses of the trust fund, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 455.. Uses of the trust fund
1. Funds available. The board may utilize available funds as follows.
A. The board may use income for the purposes of this section. [PL 1981, c. 711, §2 (NEW).]
B. The board may use the principal if approved by the Legislature and the Governor. [PL 1981, c. 711, §2 (NEW).]
2. Uses. Funds may be used as follows:
A. To purchase and develop land or other real property interests for park and recreational uses; [PL 1981, c. 711, §2 (NEW).]
B. To purchase wildlife habitats, marine habitats and unique natural areas; [PL 2025, c. 469, §4 (AMD); PL 2025, c. 469, §44 (AFF).]
C. To restore the quality of marine waters, lakes, rivers and streams; or [PL 2025, c. 469, §4 (AMD); PL 2025, c. 469, §44 (AFF).]
D. To restore the quality of lands, geographic and topological features and soils. [PL 2025, c. 469, §4 (NEW); PL 2025, c. 469, §44 (AFF).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 455.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 455. cover?
Section 455. ("Uses of the trust fund") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 455.?
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